Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer

Russell Taylor Group Ltd; Aston; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer for 12-hour shifts (4 on, 4 off) based in Deeside. The ideal candidate will have an engineering qualification (HNC/NVQ Level 3) and hands-on experience in automated manufacturing, ideally in FMCG or food production. Responsibilities include maintenance of machinery, troubleshooting systems, and supporting production. This role offers competitive salary and benefits including a pension and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Pension

Life assurance

Subsidised canteen

Discounted staff shop

Learning platform

Free parking

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have an engineering qualification in electrical, mechanical, or multiskilled discipline.
• Experience in FMCG or food production is ideal.
• Strong ability to troubleshoot and repair systems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on machinery.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical systems.
• Install and maintain plant and facilities.

Skills

Hands-on experience in automated manufacturing

Problem-solving skills

Safety-focused team player

Education

Engineering qualification (HNC/NVQ Level 3)

Tools

AC/servo drives

Packaging systems

Job description

Role Overview

Multi‑Skilled Shift Engineer – 4 on 4 off shift (12‑hour days). Location: Deeside. Salary: £50,000 per annum. Benefits: pension, life assurance, subsidised canteen, discounted staff shop, learning platform, free parking and career progression opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned, predictive and reactive maintenance on plant and machinery.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical systems.
• Install, commission and maintain plant and facilities.
• Support production with line adjustments and breakdowns.
• Identify and implement improvements to reduce downtime.
• Train colleagues and work safely across the site.

The Person

• Engineering qualification (HNC/NVQ Level 3) in electrical, mechanical or multiskilled discipline.
• Hands‑on experience in automated manufacturing, ideally FMCG or food production.
• Knowledge of packaging and palletisation systems, AC/servo drives.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Safety‑focused team player.